Specifications
Aircraft Details
- Aircraft: CESSNA CITATION CJ1+
- Airframe Program: ProParts ($335.72/hr)
- Total Airframe Cycles: 4,747
- Engine Model: Williams FJ44-1AP
- Engine Program: TAP Blue ($277.24/eng/hr)
- Total Time Since New (Engine 1): 4,506 hrs
- Total Cycles Since New (Engine 1): 4,747
- Total Time Since New (Engine 2): 4,496 hrs
- Total Cycles Since New (Engine 2): 4,739
- Avionics:
- Collins Pro Line 21 IFCS
- Collins FGS-3000 IFCS Flight Director
- Collins Pro Line 21 3-Tube EFIS
- Collins FGS-3000 IFCS Autopilot
- Dual Collins VHF-4000
- Collins NAV-4000 & NAV-4500
- Collins FMC-3000 FMS
- Garmin GPS-500 & Collins GPS-4000A
- Collins DME-4000
- Dual Collins TDR-94 Mode S Transponders
- L3 Skywatch HP TCAS
- L3 8000 TAWS Class B
- Collins ADF-462
- Dual Collins AHC-3000 AHRS
- Honeywell KRA-405B Radar Altimeter
- BF Goodrich WX-1000E Stormscope
- Collins WXR-800 Color Weather Radar
- Additional Features:
- XM Weather Datalink
- Jeppesen Chartview Electronic Charts
- Locking Fuel Caps
- ADS-B Out
- Bravo/Encore Entry Step Option
- Interior: Five (5) passenger + belted lav, forward side-facing seat, four (4) place club seating, forward refreshment center, aft belted lavatory
- Exterior: Overall white with black stripes, paint in 2015
About this Model
Overview
The Cessna Citation CJ1 is a light jet designed around efficient regional missions, typically flying two to six passengers with the option for single-pilot operation where permitted. It emphasizes predictable handling, access to shorter runways than many midsize jets, and a systems layout that is familiar to operators coming from other Citations. Compared with larger cabin-class aircraft, it trades cabin volume and baggage capacity for lower trip fuel burn and simpler day-to-day utilization.
Mission Fit
In typical use the CJ1 excels at fast point-to-point flying within a multi-state radius, especially when schedules favor smaller airports closer to the destination. It is commonly used for day trips and short overnights, with performance and fuel planning that generally favor moderate stage lengths rather than consistently stretching to maximum range.
Cabin
The CJ1 cabin is arranged for practical business travel rather than a large-cabin experience. Most aircraft are configured with a forward refreshment area and a club seating group, offering a quiet environment for conversation and laptop work, but limited ability for passengers to move around. The lavatory is typically an aft, enclosed unit; amenities vary by serial number and refurbishment history. Cabin storage and baggage space are adequate for soft bags and typical business luggage, with careful packing needed when flying full seats.